Software engineer jobs in the United States

Find software engineer jobs across the United States. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Nov 2, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 40,397
Employers: 7,684

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / year: $145,745Across 9,608 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $62.31Across 1,439 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $131,572Across 38 listings
Average starting payUSD / month: $18,668Across 25 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 9%3,768 listings
Hybrid: 8%3,125 listings
On-site: 14%5,558 listings

Not specified: 69% (27,946 listings)

Employers hiring include Akamai Technologies, Inc. (697), Lockheed Martin (587), JPMC page (578).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Actalent

Embedded Software Engineer

Bridgeton, MO, United States

$93,121 to $125,713 USD / year

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Pay: $93,121 to $125,713 USD / year
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Sr. Embedded Software EngineerJob DescriptionThe Sr. Embedded Software Engineer designs, develops, integrates, and tests software for complex embedded defense systems. This role requires at least 5 years of professional experience in C, C++, C#, and/or Java within embedded hardware environments, strong computer science fundamentals, and the ability to independently own technical projects. The engineer collaborates closely with systems, hardware, and test engineering teams, contributes to architecture and design decisions, and provides technical leadership to other engineers.Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement embedded software solutions for complex defense systems using C, C++, C#, and/or Java.
Integrate software with embedded hardware platforms and ensure reliable operation within real-time and resource-constrained environments.
Collaborate with systems, hardware, and test engineering teams to define requirements, interfaces, and integration strategies.
Drive technical projects independently from concept through deployment, including planning, execution, and delivery of high-quality software.
Contribute to software architecture and object-oriented design decisions, ensuring scalable, maintainable, and robust solutions.
Follow formal software development processes and lifecycle activities, including requirements analysis, design documentation, implementation, and verification.
Develop and execute unit tests and participate in broader software testing activities to validate functionality, performance, and reliability.
Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and overall software quality.
Apply strong computer science fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, complexity analysis, computer architecture, and operating systems to solve complex technical problems.
Use version-control systems such as Git to manage source code, branching, merging, and release activities.
Work within Linux/Unix and/or Windows operating environments to develop, build, debug, and deploy embedded software applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions.
Help mentor and guide other engineers by sharing best practices, reviewing designs, and providing technical feedback.

Essential Skills

Minimum of 5+ years of professional software development experience.
5+ years of industry experience delivering high-quality, innovative applications using C, C++, C#, and/or Java.
Proven computer science fundamentals in algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysis.
Practical experience working with embedded hardware in production or development environments.
Strong object-oriented design and development skills.
Experience following formal software development processes and working within a defined software development lifecycle.
Proficiency with Linux/Unix and/or Windows operating environments.
Experience with Git or other software version-control systems.
Solid understanding of core computer science concepts, including data structures, algorithms, computer architecture, and operating systems.
Experience with unit testing, broader software testing practices, and participation in code reviews.
Ability to independently own and drive technical projects from design through implementation and testing.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively across systems, hardware, and test engineering teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience developing applications in C, C++, C#, and/or Java across embedded and general-purpose environments.
Experience working with Unix/Linux and Windows platforms in a development and debugging context.
Familiarity with vision systems or related technologies (if applicable to project needs).
Experience with formal code review practices and collaborative development workflows.
Ability to contribute to architecture-level decisions and long-term system design.
Strong communication skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Demonstrated capability to deliver high-quality, maintainable, and well-documented code in complex systems.

Work EnvironmentThe role offers a 9/80 work schedule, providing extended weekends every other week, along with hybrid flexibility that combines on-site collaboration with remote work options. The engineer works in a professional, multidisciplinary engineering environment focused on complex embedded and defense systems, using modern development tools, formal software processes, and version-control platforms. Collaboration with systems, hardware, and test engineering teams is a core part of the day-to-day environment, with an emphasis on quality, reliability, and rigorous testing throughout the software development lifecycle. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Bridgeton, MO. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $93121.00 - $125713.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Bridgeton, MO. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Bridgeton,MO.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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Skills

C
C++
C#
Oracle Java
Hardware platforms
Software development
Documentation
Computer science
Control systems
Git
Linux
UNIX
Microsoft Windows
Troubleshoot
Root cause analysis
Problem solving
Unit testing
Computer engineering
Debugging
Communication skills
Collaboration

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